The following exercises relate to the hunters. Answer each of the questions.
Origins of Modern Humans: Learn more about the controversy surrounding the emergence of our species. http://www.actionbioscience.org/evolution/johanson.html
What are the two theories about the origins of modern humans?
What is the basis of the multiregional model?
What is the basis of the out of Africa model?
How does anatomical evidence impact the debate?
How does archaeological evidence impact the debate?
How does genetic evidence impact the debate?
What other additional considerations are important?
Mitochondrial DNA Clarifies Human Evolution: Here you will find how the study of genetics impacts our understanding of modern human evolution. http://www.actionbioscience.org/evolution/ingman.html
How long have geneticists been using DNA to clarify human relations?
What is mitochondrial DNA?
What is the "D-loop"?
Which theory of human origins is supported by the data from mitochondrial DNA?
Paintings of Animals: Read this page and follow the links to find out about some of the best examples of cave art in the world. http://www.mcdougallittell.com/whist/netact/U1/U1top2.htm
When were caves with art re-discovered?
What was the purpose of cave painting?
What are the significant features of the caves at Altimira?
What are the significant features of the caves at Chauvet?
What are the significant features of the caves at Cosquer?
What are the significant features of the caves at Lascaux?